“We immediately sent three fire engines from Middlemoor, Ottery St Mary and Honiton and an operation assurance officer to the location.

“On arrival of the appliance at the incident, it was confirmed that there was a fire in the bedroom of the house and crews immediately set to work using breathing apparatus, a hose reel jet and a safety jet.

“An ambulance was requested by the crews due to two people suffering with smoke inhalation.

“There was 50 per cent damage from smoke and flames to the bedroom, and a further 10 per cent damage to the remainder of the first floor.